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Runners and walkers of all ages and fitness levels can exercise their patriotism one stride at a time on Memorial Day weekend when The American Legion Post 29 hosts its fourth annual Veterans Memorial 5K Run at the Marietta Square.

Not all of us are runners, but we can still contribute to the success of the race. You can make a donation of $25 and become a PHANTOM RUNNER! Your donation will help us honor the special veteran in your life and you get a race t-shirt.

After the race, take a few moments to grab a picnic lunch from one of the nearby restaurants and then join us in the Marietta Square for a Military Appreciation Celebration, featuring the Georgia Symphony Orchestra!

Marietta American Legion Post 29 is hosting this benefit concert to
raise funds in support of Veteran charities. Join us for an evening
of great music as we begin a month long celebration of our Veterans.

About the Race

The event features the headlined 5K run; a 1K walk/fun run; and a free Tot Trot for children ages 5 and under.

Awards are presented to male and female open and masters top finishers and top threes in their respective age categories. And all 1K walk/fun run and tot trot finishers get a ribbon.

All events are rain or shine and will start and finish at the Marietta Square, 1 Cherokee Street, Marietta, Georgia 30060. Parking is free in public decks and designated parking lots.

Participants and those who’ll be out to cheer them on can expect a day of fun-filled family activities.

The Veterans Memorial 5K Run - Honoring Heroes Past, Present, Fallen also doubles as an #AJC #PeachtreeRoadRace official qualifier. So serious runners looking to improve their position or to just become eligible to get a coveted Peachtree Road Race slot can do so while participating in this history-making event.

Phantom Runner registrants who can’t make the race but who still wish to sponsor special veterans that honorably served will also receive t-shirts just as though they finished it.

All proceeds raised by this event go toward on-going care and support of Georgia soldiers, veterans and their families where it matters most - right here at home.